Earn Your Turns

An Adventurous Ski & Sail Journey through Jökulfirðir

The Journey at a Glance

Jökulfirðir is unlike any other fjords in Iceland – carved into the country’s oldest rock, just a short distance from the Arctic Circle. Here, nature has remained largely untouched since the Ice Age. Once home to small coastal communities, these fjords were gradually abandoned as modern life moved elsewhere. Today, Arctic foxes roam freely, seabirds nest on cliffs, and the remains of old farmsteads stand as quiet reminders of the past.

For those seeking solitude and pristine landscapes, Jökulfirðir offers a unique experience—skiing in remote mountains where every turn is earned. This ski & sail adventure combines breathtaking scenery, rewarding ascents, and untouched descents, all while being immersed in the tranquility of Iceland’s wild nature.

Itinerary

  • Departure and return from Ísafjörður

  • Sailing through Jökulfirðir and hiking across Hornstrandir

  • 3 - day ski & sail adventure

  • Sailing and skiing suitable for most

  • Accommodation aboard Aurora

  • All meals included

  • Group size: 8

  • Participants must arrange their own transport to and from Ísafjörður

Daily Schedule

(Our route is always flexible—we may go the other way around depending on weather and group preference!)

Friday: Ísafjörður Harbor – Hrafnsfjörður

The adventure begins at 19:00 at Ísafjörður harbor, where the crew of Aurora welcomes you aboard. We set sail on a 4–6 hour journey towards Hrafnsfjörður, anchoring for the night in the heart of Jökulfirðir.

Saturday: Hrafnsfjörður - Lónafjörður

After breakfast, we prepare for a full day of ski touring. The fjords provide endless opportunities for fresh tracks in one of the most remote and untouched landscapes in Iceland.

Sunday: Lónafjörður - Veiðileysufjörður

Depending on conditions, we can spend the day skiing in Lónafjörður, exploring its pristine slopes, or skinn and ski to Veiðileysufjörður for new terrain after lunch.

Monday: Veiðileysufjörður - Ísafjörður

A final morning skinning session may be possible before setting sail back to Ísafjörður at 12:00, arriving between 16:00-17:00 in the afternoon.